Lind/Ritzville volleyball program prepares for upcoming season following semifinal run

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Last updated Sep 4, 2026

Summary

The Lind/Ritzville volleyball team enters the 2026 season looking to build on a semifinal appearance in the 2B state tournament last year. Head coach Cari Galbreath is tasked with integrating new players after the graduation of Hannah Towne, Sage Galbreath, and Zoe Galbreath. Rose Fedie, Allesandra, and Zoe Mendez have been identified as key contributors expected to step into expanded roles within the rotation. Galbreath emphasized that defensive discipline remains the team's primary focus as they adapt to a different roster composition. The Broncos face a competitive schedule, including league matches against Freeman, Almira/Coulee-Hartline, Liberty, and Colfax. The team begins its schedule on Sept. 8 at Davenport, followed by a home opener against Reardan on Sept. 10.

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  • Lind/Ritzville finished last season with a 14-2 record.
  • The team graduated three seniors from the starting lineup.
  • Head coach Cari Galbreath prioritizes defensive intensity for the new season.
  • The season opener is scheduled for Sept. 8 at Davenport.
  • A home match against Reardan follows on Sept. 10.
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Sep. 4—LIND — If you ask Lind/Ritzville (14-2) Head Coach Cari Galbreath, last season was special for the Broncos. "It was just a good mix of players filling their roles all very well, and they were all competitive and intense. It was a memorable season for sure," Galbreath said. After making a run to the semifinals of the 2B state volleyball tournament, the Broncos graduated three seniors: ...

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